ArticleScandinavian journal of primary health care2008
Bacterial superinfection in upper respiratory tract infections estimated by increases in CRP values: a diagnostic follow-up in primary care.
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- Diagnostic Accuracy of a Bacterial and Viral Biomarker Point-of-Care Test in the Outpatient Setting.JAMA network open · 2022Article
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- Diagnostic Accuracy of FebriDx: A Rapid Test to Detect Immune Responses to Viral and Bacterial Upper Respiratory Infections.Journal of clinical medicine · 2017Article
- Administering intravenous immunoglobulin during infection is associated with infusion reactions in selected patients.Irish journal of medical science · 2011Article
- Influence of CRP testing and clinical findings on antibiotic prescribing in adults presenting with acute cough in primary care.Scandinavian journal of primary health care · 2010Article
- The problems of antibiotic overuse.Scandinavian journal of primary health care · 2010Article
- Quality indicators for diagnosis and treatment of respiratory tract infections in general practice: a modified Delphi study.Scandinavian journal of primary health care · 2010Article
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Abstract
objectiveThe aim of this study was to estimate the rate of bacterial superinfection in patients with URTI by using on-site determination of C-reactive protein (CRP).
designA prospective cohort study.
settingA total of 30 primary care practices. SUBJECTS: Patients with URTI.
interventionThe CRP value was determined at the first consultation and at a follow-up within 3-5 days. CRP values of 30 units (mg) or higher were considered to be an indication of bacterial involvement.
main outcome measuresCRP values during follow-up and duration of illness.
resultsAmong the 506 patients included, 73.1% exhibited a CRP value below the defined limit at their first visit and were considered to suffer from URTI of viral origin. The rate of subsequent bacterial superinfection was 8.1%. Compared with patients suffering from URTI of bacterial or viral origin the duration of illness in patients with bacterial superinfection was significantly longer.
conclusionDuring follow-up of patients with URTI, the prevalence of bacterial superinfection detected by using a near patient CRP determination is surprisingly low. This result should help to reduce the prescription rate of antibiotics in primary care.
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